Company ASML Holding N.V. Didn’t Boom Overnight — But Look What Patience Did
Company Profile
ASML Holding N.V. (ASML)
28.31
Technology
Semiconductors Equipment & Materials
NASDAQ
https://www.asml.com/
25.12
0.285T (Large-Cap)
Investment Scenario
Let’s go back to 2015. Imagine an investor who invested $1,000.00 in ASML Holding N.V. (ASML) company stock and held it steadily for 10 years . Instead of chasing short-term gains, the investor adopted a long-term approach—holding the shares without selling. Over time, the value of the investment grew not only through stock price appreciation but also through the accumulation of dividend payouts.
As of January 1, 2025, the $1,000.00 investment in NASDAQ:ASML would be worth approximately $6,348.06 , thanks to stock splits, price appreciation, and consistent dividend payouts. This reflects a total Gain from stocks of 5,348.06 , a return on investment (ROI) of 534.81%, and an annualized compounded growth rate (CAGR) of around 20.30%. This highlights the power of long-term investing and shows how a disciplined, patient approach—paired with investing in a fundamentally strong company like ASML Holding N.V. (ASML)—can lead to significant wealth creation over time.
Time Period: 1 Jan, 2015 - 1 Jan, 2025
$1,000.00 invested in ASML Holding N.V. in 2015 grew to $6,348.06 by 1 Jan, 2025.
Wealth grew over time through a mix of dividend income and stock price appreciation. Dividends added to capital, while stock splits increased the number of shares held. Even without reinvesting dividends, the portfolio expanded steadily. As years passed, compounding took effect — turning small gains into larger ones. Holding the stock long-term allowed capital to grow naturally. This shows how patience, steady returns, and the power of compounding can help build lasting wealth from a single investment.
ASML Holding N.V. Investment Summary (2015–2025)
| Investment Duration | 10 years |
| Initial Investment in 2015 | $1,000.00 |
| Share Price in 2015 | $107.67 |
| Total Shares Purchased | 9 |
By 2025, the share price increased to $705.34. This resulted in a significant appreciation in the value of the investment.
| Share Price in 2025 | $705.34 |
| Value of 9 Shares in 2025 | $6,348.06 [6.35K] |
| Final Investment Value (2025) | $6,348.06 |
| Total Dividend Earned | $318.95 |
| Total Gain | $5,348.06 |
| Return on Investment (ROI) | 534.81% |
This performance reflects a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of approximately 20.30% — a strong return over the period.
Yearly Breakdown
2015
| Shares | 9 |
| Current Year Dividend | $7.30 |
| Shares After Stock Split | No split |
| Final Shares | 9 Shares |
| Share Price | $107.67 |
| Final Investment Value | $969.03 [ ~969.03 ] |
Dividend: $0.81 per share on Apr 24, 2015
2016
| Shares | 9 |
| Current Year Dividend | $10.30 |
| Shares After Stock Split | No split |
| Final Shares | 9 Shares |
| Share Price | $87.29 |
| Final Investment Value | $785.61 [ ~785.61 ] |
Dividend: $1.15 per share on May 03, 2016
2017
| Shares | 9 |
| Current Year Dividend | $11.76 |
| Shares After Stock Split | No split |
| Final Shares | 9 Shares |
| Share Price | $110.98 |
| Final Investment Value | $998.82 [ ~998.82 ] |
Dividend: $1.31 per share on Apr 28, 2017
2018
| Shares | 9 |
| Current Year Dividend | $15.46 |
| Shares After Stock Split | No split |
| Final Shares | 9 Shares |
| Share Price | $174.14 |
| Final Investment Value | $1,567.26 [ ~1.57K ] |
Dividend: $1.72 per share on Apr 27, 2018
2019
| Shares | 9 |
| Current Year Dividend | $32.00 |
| Shares After Stock Split | No split |
| Final Shares | 9 Shares |
| Share Price | $154.28 |
| Final Investment Value | $1,388.52 [ ~1.39K ] |
Dividend: $2.39 per share on Apr 26, 2019
Dividend: $1.17 per share on Nov 04, 2019
2020
| Shares | 9 |
| Current Year Dividend | $25.69 |
| Shares After Stock Split | No split |
| Final Shares | 9 Shares |
| Share Price | $301.27 |
| Final Investment Value | $2,711.43 [ ~2.71K ] |
Dividend: $1.46 per share on Apr 24, 2020
Dividend: $1.40 per share on Nov 02, 2020
2021
| Shares | 9 |
| Current Year Dividend | $35.59 |
| Shares After Stock Split | No split |
| Final Shares | 9 Shares |
| Share Price | $499.99 |
| Final Investment Value | $4,499.91 [ ~4.50K ] |
Dividend: $1.87 per share on May 03, 2021
Dividend: $2.08 per share on Nov 02, 2021
2022
| Shares | 9 |
| Current Year Dividend | $62.36 |
| Shares After Stock Split | No split |
| Final Shares | 9 Shares |
| Share Price | $795.74 |
| Final Investment Value | $7,161.66 [ ~7.16K ] |
Dividend: $4.19 per share on May 03, 2022
Dividend: $1.40 per share on Aug 04, 2022
Dividend: $1.34 per share on Nov 03, 2022
2023
| Shares | 9 |
| Current Year Dividend | $58.07 |
| Shares After Stock Split | No split |
| Final Shares | 9 Shares |
| Share Price | $561.28 |
| Final Investment Value | $5,051.52 [ ~5.05K ] |
Dividend: $1.49 per share on Feb 06, 2023
Dividend: $1.84 per share on May 01, 2023
Dividend: $1.59 per share on Aug 01, 2023
Dividend: $1.53 per share on Nov 01, 2023
2024
| Shares | 9 |
| Current Year Dividend | $60.42 |
| Shares After Stock Split | No split |
| Final Shares | 9 Shares |
| Share Price | $730.00 |
| Final Investment Value | $6,570.00 [ ~6.57K ] |
Dividend: $1.56 per share on Feb 05, 2024
Dividend: $1.87 per share on Apr 26, 2024
Dividend: $1.64 per share on Jul 29, 2024
Dividend: $1.64 per share on Oct 29, 2024
2025
| Shares | 9 |
| Current Year Dividend | $0.00 |
| Shares After Stock Split | No split |
| Final Shares | 9 Shares |
| Share Price | $705.34 |
| Final Investment Value | $6,348.06 [ ~6.35K ] |
No Event of stock split or dividend
Insights from the Market
ASML has traded between a 52-week low of 578.51 and a high of 945.05 per share so far this year.
Investors who bought $1,000.00 worth of ASML shares 10 years ago would now be looking at an investment valued at approximately $5.35K (as of 1 January 2025), based on the share price alone — with total returns rising to $6,667.01 when including $318.95 in dividends received over the period.